Other fir; balsam
Wood in the rough, whether or not stripped of bark or sap- wood, or roughly squared: > Other, coniferous: > Of fir (Abies spp.) and spruce (Picea spp.), other > Logs and timber: > Other fir; balsam
Duty Rate (from China)
Softwood timber and lumber products provided for in subdivision (b) of U.S. note 37 of this subchapter
Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
Articles of iron or steel, derivative articles of iron or steel, articles of aluminum, derivative articles of aluminum, passenger vehicles (sedans, sport utility vehicles, crossover utility vehicles, minivans and cargo vans) and light trucks and parts of passenger vehicles (sedans, sport utility vehicles, crossover utility vehicles, minivans and cargo vans) and light trucks, semiconductor articles, semi-finished copper and intensive copper derivative products, wood products, or medium- and heavy-duty vehicles or medium- and heavy-duty vehicle parts, of any country, as provided in subdivision (aa)(v) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Products classified under HTS 4403.24.01.42
Rough Fir Logs for Construction Lumber
Unprocessed fir logs (Abies spp.) stripped of bark but roughly squared, measuring over 6 inches in diameter. Classified under HTS 4403.24.0142 as 'other fir; balsam' in the rough state, not further sawn or chipped. Used primarily for producing dimensional lumber in building applications.
Balsam Fir Timber for Pulpwood
Rough balsam fir (Abies balsamea) timber logs, bark-removed and roughly squared for pulp production. Fits HTS 4403.24.0142 as 'other fir; balsam' coniferous wood in the rough, with diameters exceeding 150mm. Ideal for chipping into wood pulp for paper manufacturing.
Stripped Abies Grandis Fir Logs
Grand fir (Abies grandis) logs stripped of sapwood, in rough form for veneer production. HTS 4403.24.0142 covers these as 'other fir' coniferous logs and timber, not squared beyond rough preparation. Commonly used in plywood and decorative panel manufacturing.
Rough Balsam Fir Poles for Utility Use
Balsam fir poles in the rough, debarked but not machined, suitable for utility or fencing applications. Classified as 'other fir; balsam' under HTS 4403.24.0142 for coniferous rough timber. Lengths typically 20-40 feet with minimum 6-inch top diameter.
Debarked Noble Fir Logs
Noble fir (Abies procera) logs debarked and roughly squared for export to sawmills. HTS 4403.24.0142 applies to these 'other fir' coniferous rough logs, primarily from Pacific Northwest forests. Used for high-grade appearance lumber.
Rough Fir Cant Blocks for Sawn Lumber
Fir species cant blocks (rectangular rough timber) from Abies spp., minimally squared for further sawing. Covered by HTS 4403.24.0142 as 'other fir; balsam' rough coniferous wood. Dimensions typically 6x8 inches cross-section.
Balsam Fir Log Bundles for Export
Bundled balsam fir logs in rough state, sapwood stripped, for overseas sawmilling. HTS 4403.24.0142 designates these as 'other fir; balsam' coniferous logs and timber. Average length 32 feet, sorted by grade.
Abies Amabilis Fir Rough Timber
Pacific silver fir (Abies amabilis) rough timber, bark-free for furniture-grade lumber production. Classifies under HTS 4403.24.0142 as 'other fir' in the rough, coniferous category. Known for straight grain and light color.